1984 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Falcon weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Falcon | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
